I had fungal infection in the bikini area due to which there was a swollen lymph node. It's been 2 months since then and I can still feel the lymph node, does not hurt though. Should I be worried? I'm planning to go for laser hair removal. Will there be any side effects because of it? I was on antibiotics for 4 weeks
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From your photo it does look like you have burn from the Laser Hair Removal. The skin appears intact which is a good sign. The honest answer is it is hard to tell if this burn will cause a scaring or hyperpigmentation. Only Time will Tell. I recommend close follow up with the a doctor or ...
Laser hair removal can help prevent recurrent pilonidal cysts or abscesses. I do this routinely both pre and post surgery. Make sure you are under the supervision of an experienced physician to prevent complications. Best wishes.
Thank you for your question! It is fine to treat with hydroquinone and get laser hair removal. Darker skin should be treated with the 1064 laser for safest treatments. Best of luck!
